Top Hotels in Mendocino County Resorts
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Mendocino County Resorts | Places to Stay in Mendocino County
Discover the best Resorts in Mendocino County, California including North Cliff Hotel, The Beachcomber Motel and Spa on the Beach, Heritage House Resort & Spa, Harbor Lite Lodge, Ocean View Lodge, Holiday Inn Express Fort Bragg, an IHG Hotel, Emerald Dolphin Inn & Mini Golf, Surf & Sand Lodge, Little River Inn.
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1. North Cliff Hotel
Overall Ratings
4 based on 726 reviews
Outstanding Ocean View Suites with gas fireplace and balcony. Enhance your stay by booking a Superior Suite or King Spa Suite for a Jacuzzi tub! The North Cliff Hotel is the perfect place to enjoy boats entering and leaving the harbor, waves crashing upon the cliffs, and the sun setting over the Pacific Ocean. We hope to see you soon!
Most wonderful stay on our travels!!!!!
Reviewed By Cconnor12My husband and I have been traveling throughout Northern California and decided to stay here on our way to the Redwoods. Boy are we glad we did!! We stayed in the King spa room with ocean views. We got to enjoy a wonderful dinner steps away at the cutest pier restaurant. After dinner we enjoyed the most exquisite sunset right from our balcony and spa tub. The room was extremely clean and they didn’t forget a single detail. We slept so well on their comfortable bed too! We’re hoping to catch them again on our return trip south. Book the room. It’s worth it in more ways than one!! Can’t beat the price, either!
2. The Beachcomber Motel and Spa on the Beach
Overall Ratings
4 based on 847 reviews
See why so many travelers make The Beachcomber Motel and Spa on the Beach their hotel of choice when visiting Fort Bragg. Providing an ideal mix of value, comfort and convenience, it offers a family-friendly setting with an array of amenities designed for travelers like you. The Beachcomber Motel and Spa on the Beach is a family-friendly hotel offering a flat screen TV, a refrigerator, and a kitchenette in the rooms, and it is easy to stay connected during your stay as free wifi is offered to guests. The hotel features a 24 hour front desk. Plus, guests can enjoy free breakfast, which has made this a popular choice among travelers visiting Fort Bragg. For guests with a vehicle, free parking is available. Close to Lost Coast Culture Machine (0.6 mi), a popular Fort Bragg landmark, The Beachcomber Motel and Spa on the Beach is a great destination for tourists. Travelers looking to enjoy some crab can head to Silver's at the Wharf, Eggheads Restaurant, or Mayan Fusion. Otherwise, you may want to check out an Italian restaurant such as Piaci Pub & Pizzeria, D'aurelios, or Cucina Verona. During your visit, be sure to check out Noyo Headlands Park (1.0 mi), which is a popular attraction within walking distance of the hotel. We’re sure you’ll enjoy your stay at The Beachcomber Motel and Spa on the Beach as you experience all of the things Fort Bragg has to offer.
Great location near beautiful beach, awesomely dog friendly
Reviewed By Ernie SIn years and tens of thousands of miles of traveling with our dogs all across the country we found this to be one of the most dog friendly places. Super friendly and helpful staff, great walking trail adjacent to the beach, dog friendly beach and, are you kidding me?, its own dog park and rooms with doggie-door access. We will definitely be back to beautiful Fort Bragg, Pudding Creek Beach and this wonderful place to stay with our pets.
3. Heritage House Resort & Spa
Overall Ratings
4 based on 1236 reviews
Welcome to Heritage House Resort & Spa, one of the most luxurious spa hotels in Northern California along one of the most beautiful coastlines in the world.
24th Wedding Anniversary beautiful location
Reviewed By karenkP5586CIThis was our first time here. Love the grounds absolutely beautiful and the staff is wonderful! Our morning server Peach O. was awesome. I am eating healthier and she helped with suggestions on keeping me on track! So far A+ visit!
4. Harbor Lite Lodge
Overall Ratings
4 based on 269 reviews
Looking for a place to stay in Fort Bragg? Then look no further than Harbor Lite Lodge, a family-friendly hotel that brings the best of Fort Bragg to your doorstep. Rooms at Harbor Lite Lodge provide a flat screen TV and a refrigerator, and guests can stay connected with free wifi. You can also enjoy a sauna and free breakfast while staying at Harbor Lite Lodge. Need a place to park? Free parking is available at The Harbor Lite Hotel. For those interested in checking out Lost Coast Culture Machine (1.6 mi) while visiting Fort Bragg, Harbor Lite Lodge is a short distance away. If you’re looking for a steakhouse, consider a visit to Crow's Nest Bar & Grill, which is not far from The Harbor Lite Hotel. Plus, during your trip, don't forget to check out a state park, such as MacKerricher State Park. We’re sure you’ll enjoy your stay at Harbor Lite Lodge as you experience everything Fort Bragg has to offer.
First time but will be the last
Reviewed By relativetCheck in went well the gentleman at the front desk was welcoming and professional. The room was clean and the view was great my wife and I loved that you could walk down the stairs to the restaurants below that had amazing food. The night shift employee at the front desk was a true gentleman and helpful for 1:00am. When it was time to check out 2 ladies at the front desk neither were welcoming one looked legitimately busy and the other with a henna tattoo was having trouble checking me out. She couldn’t find my name and was rude about it the other lady had to stop what she was doing and spotted it as she was walking up the screen then she seamed confused with a sassy attitude why I was checking out a day early that experience was enough for me to not return it felt like discrimination and left me confused because everyone we came across in fort Bragg was nice beyond belief
5. Ocean View Lodge
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 525 reviews
The Award Winning Ocean View Lodge offers free continental breakfast each morning for our guest's. We also have Tesla EV Charging stations onsite. Our spacious rooms are 500+ square feet, each with a spectacular 180 degree whitewater ocean view. Many of our beautiful rooms have a whirlpool and fireplace, which combined with the spectacular view make for the perfect romantic getaway. From your private balcony or patio you are only 60 yards from the ocean and access to the beach. Enjoy miles of coastline on the ten mile coastal trail and a short walk to the shops and restaurants in downtown Fort Bragg. The well appointed guestrooms feature Free Wifi, refrigerators, coffee makers and upgraded bath amenities.
Beautiful location - great property!
Reviewed By Margaret SI always read Trip Advisor reviews to set my expectations for a property. Ocean View Lodge is an absolutely wonderful property, particularly if you set your expectations. It's not the Ritz Carlton. It's a great, family-owned, small-town motel. We had a second-floor king with jacuzzi and fireplace. The room was very clean. The bed was comfortable. The pillows were comfortable. The bath products were nice and there were plenty of towels. There was a microwave, refrigerator, and Keurig in the room. There is no a/c, but this isn't a problem. Get a fan from the office and open the door! It's on the ocean and it doesn't get very hot. There isn't a breakfast service. Go less than a half mile down the road and eat at Denny's. The rooms are dated. So what? It's clean, clean, clean, and I don't tend to spend time thinking about the age of a toilet.. It's quiet. It's peaceful. We had a great time. We will go back if we ever get to the Northern California Coast again. Great experience partially because I read the reviews and set my expectations!
6. Holiday Inn Express Fort Bragg, an IHG Hotel
Overall Ratings
4 based on 371 reviews
The Holiday Inn Express is among the newest hotels located on the Mendocino Coast, in Fort Bragg Ca. Overlooking Hare Creek, Holiday Inn Express offers a relaxing and serene environment with spectacular canyon views. Located at the south end of town the hotel is just minutes from downtown Fort Bragg and only 8 miles north of the Mendocino Village. Whether you're planning a leisure vacation or traveling on business, the Fort Bragg/ Mendocino coast has an abundance to offer. Coming to enjoy whale watching or fishing? We are conveniently located across the street from S. Harbor Dr. boat docks. If a train ride is your desire, we are less than 2 miles from the California Western Railroad Skunk Train Depot. We are also just minutes away from several California State Parks including MacKerricher, Van Damme, Jughandle and Russian Gulch. Accessible facilities are provided for our guests with disabilities. Our guests enjoy the use of our fitness room, indoor heated pool, spa and our complimentary breakfast bar. Our friendly staff is on hand 24 hours a day to meet our guest's needs. Whether you're here on business or a relaxing getaway the Holiday Inn Express Hotel is your place to stay and play. It is important to note Fort Bragg hotels do not have air conditioning as temperatures rarely exceed 70 degrees! Wireless Internet
Exceptional customer service and beautifully cleaned rooms
Reviewed By sbaluyot9172After experiencing terrible customer service at another local Inn & Suites we ended up at Holiday Inn Express Fort Bragg. It was a last minute change and we needed a room to accommodate 3 adults for a multiple nights stay on a busy Memorial weekend holiday. And after explaining our frustrating experience and need to Marietta at Holiday Inn Express Fort Bragg she went above and beyond to release a room to us. And during her shift our first night there she continued to attend to all our needs with a friendly and upbeat attitude. Thereafter, the rest of the hotel staff were timely in meeting all our needs during our entire stay. As a frequent traveler whose stayed at many different hotels this experience with Holiday Inn Express at Fort Bragg has converted me to choose Holiday Inn first for all my future travel needs. Thanks Marietta for making our family vacation weekend a joy! Kudos to Holiday Inn Express Fort Bragg for having such an exceptional staff member like Marietta on your team.
7. Emerald Dolphin Inn & Mini Golf
Overall Ratings
4 based on 405 reviews
One of the newest Inns on the Coast, Emerald Dolphin's guest rooms bring luxurious comfort, gracious hospitality, and first class service to the Mendocino Coast. Located within walking distance to the Hare Creek beach and ocean cliff walking trail. Some jetted spa & fireplace suites. Complimentary WIFI and many other amenities. Pet friendly rooms available with advance notice. Onsite you will find a family hair salon, 18 hole Miniature Golf Course, family fun center with arcade & private party room. You will also find fabulous restaurants, shops, galleries, beaches, parks, Skunk Train, Botanical Gardens, and theater nearby. AAA approved- Three Diamonds Award.
Don’t stay here
Reviewed By Lyn GThis hotel advertises as pet friendly. It’s not. They have only a few rooms they allow pets in and you have to specifically make a reservation for one of those when you book. We had a three night reservation and were not offered any option by the “family friendly” manager for having a dog with us on a weekend when every other place was full. It was suggested one of us could sleep in the car with the dog. On behalf of dog owners everywhere, take this off the pet friendly list.
8. Surf & Sand Lodge
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 436 reviews
Looking for a place to stay in Fort Bragg? Then look no further than Surf & Sand Lodge, a romantic hotel that brings the best of Fort Bragg to your doorstep. Surf And Sand Hotel offers guests an array of room amenities including a flat screen TV and a refrigerator, and getting online is possible, as free wifi is available. The hotel offers a 24 hour front desk and a sun terrace, to make your visit even more pleasant. The property also features free breakfast. Guests arriving by vehicle have access to free parking. For those interested in checking out Lost Coast Culture Machine (0.7 mi) while visiting Fort Bragg, Surf And Sand Hotel is a short distance away. During your visit, be sure to check out one of Fort Bragg's popular shrimp restaurants such as Silver's at the Wharf, North Coast Brewing Company, and Mayan Fusion, all a short distance from Surf And Sand Hotel. There is no shortage of things to do in the area: explore popular state parks such as MacKerricher State Park. We’re sure you’ll enjoy your stay at Surf & Sand Lodge as you experience everything Fort Bragg has to offer.
great location to visit glass beach
Reviewed By Samantha PThis is a great hotel for the location to glass beach and downtown Fort Bragg. Everyone was friendly. The rooms are older but clean. We were delayed arriving and the hotel was closed by the time we were here to check in. We were fortunate that I had called ahead and was told to go the Beachcomber next door to check in after 10:30. Not sure I would have figured that out on my own in the dark. Also no breakfast I was told due to covid. There are plenty of places to go for breakfast though! Overall great place to stay especially to visit glass beach!
9. Little River Inn
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 873 reviews
A classic coastal resort with spectacular ocean views, scrumptious breakfasts and dinners in the garden-view dining room, lighter fare and libations in the popular Ole's Whale Watch Bar, golf course and tennis courts, inspirational meeting facilities, and pampering in the Day Spa. A tradition of family hospitality since 1939 will make you feel welcome. Offering pet-friendly rooms upon advanced request. Minutes away from the Historical Village of Mendocino.
A coastal treasure
Reviewed By L1636GMchrisWhat a cool place to stay in the heart of Mendocino. We stayed in the Llama Cottage which is about a half mile north of the main property so can't speak to the inn too much. However, the cottage was nestled in a cute corner of a small neighborhood complete with its own semi-private yard and hot tub. The room was in great shape and everything was clean and well taken care of. You're a short drive into downtown Mendocino and two beautiful local beaches. Plus the cottage is dog friendly which is very hard to find! I only knocked the room by 1 point as one side of the bed was dipped quite a bit when lying towards the edge of the mattress on one side. I think if the mattress was flipped this would probably have resolved it. Otherwise, the bed was comfy and the room was spacious. Heads up that there is no A/C in this unit which, while it wasn't really a problem for us but, on a hot day could be a bit uncomfortable. During our stay the temperature was just fine. Nitpicks aside, the staff were friendly and helpful throughout the stay and we will definitely stay there again in the future.
